Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 12, 2010

Thomas Fingar, Deputy Director of National Intelligence for Analysis , describes how Intellipedia was used to create an article about how Iraqi insurgents were using chlorine in improvised explosive devices: They developed it in a couple of days interacting in Intellipedia … No bureaucracy, no mother-may-I, no convening meetings.

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Dashe & Thomson

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Thomas Fingar, Deputy Director of National Intelligence for Analysis , describes how Intellipedia was used to create an article about how Iraqi insurgents were using chlorine in improvised explosive devices: They developed it in a couple of days interacting in Intellipedia … No bureaucracy, no mother-may-I, no convening meetings.

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Association eLearning

APRIL 22, 2019

I’ve given an example of root cause analysis before, so this time let’s dive deeper into the “how to”. Note that with any root cause analysis you’ll need access to data, feedback, and/or other information. You might be working with existing information or need to shift gears part way through the analysis to gather what you need.

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Experiencing eLearning

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

One of her readers, Plain_Gillian, said she was struggling to verbalize the difference between the two learning theories. I think the table comparing learning theories to connectivism is a good way to start. The human brain is designed to look for patterns, and that’s a big part of connectivist theory.

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Association eLearning

JUNE 9, 2016

This model is broken up into 5 phases: Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. In the first phase, analysis, the problem is defined, the learning goals are established, and the learners preexisting skills are identified.

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LearnUpon

APRIL 25, 2019

Adult Learning Theory, also known as a ndragogy is a concept that has been around for years. It highlights the distinct ways adults best respond to learning and it’s a must-know for any training provider. What is Adult Learning Theory? Over the years, the theory has been adapted and added to.

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Association eLearning

SEPTEMBER 28, 2016

The process of looking into the source of a problem is often called needs analysis or root cause analysis. For example, if sales are down at a store and your analysis shows that it’s probably because a lot of associates have been out sick, sales training isn’t going to help.

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Kapp Notes

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

The answer to the key advantages is contained in the final column but the research/theory or reason for the advantage is in the second column and the game attribute is in the first column. Theory and/or Empirical Support. Learning outcomes presented in a game context with specific missions/goals/tasks. Game Element.

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LearnDash

MARCH 30, 2023

First, they’ll analyze learners’ preferences and characteristics to ensure that the learning experience is tailored to their needs. Based on this analysis, they’ll design and structure the learning experience. Understanding how learners learn will ensure courses are designed to promote engagement from the start.

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The Learning Rooms

APRIL 11, 2025

An instructional design framework used to design effective learning. ADDIE follows the stages of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. A term to describe adult learning theory. A learning theory developed by B.F A learning theory for the digital age developed by George Siemens.

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ID Reflections

AUGUST 23, 2009

You can read the post here: Business-driven Learning and LH Theory (Love-Hate Theory). This further led me to mull over some of the fundamental theories all of us IDs start out our ID career armed with. This further led me to mull over some of the fundamental theories all of us IDs start out our ID career armed with.

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eFront

JULY 21, 2015

Similarly, research in game studies has generally focused upon approaches based upon playing leisure games, and therefore do not take enough account of factors including the context, learning theory and practice and the attributes of the learner and learner group.” (de de Freitas & Oliver 2006, p.262).

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Matrix

APRIL 29, 2021

Continuing our series about adult learning theories series that instructional designers should know before creating training courses, we’ll explore experiential learning today. The Theory of Experiential Learning. Experiential learning goes hand in hand with immersive technologies.

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Learning Visions

MAY 24, 2011

From the war, these trainer types went into industry – telecom (ATT) Walter Dick – “ISD is applied educational psychology” Instructional design is all abut theory. Motivation Theory – John Keller, ARCS (Attention, Relevance, Confidence, Satisfaction) “Adult Learning Theory” – she doesn’t believe in it. Downes, Siemens.

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E-Learning Provocateur

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012

. • informal learning. • mobile learning. • data analysis. • critical theory. • microblogging. • digital influence. • customer service. • augmented reality. • the role of L&D. • smartfailing. • storytelling. • ecological psychology.

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Webanywhere

JANUARY 6, 2025

The answer lies in understanding how adult students learn. Enter Adult Learning Theory (otherwise known as andragogy) highlights how adults learn differently from children. While it’s a relatively simple theory, the underpinnings are essential for every corporate trainer to know.

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eFront

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

Is the content organization violating the cognitive overload theory (providing too much information in one screen). Keep into account the adult learning theories that describe the effective methods of tackling training programs. This is the most crucial step in training analysis and planning phase.

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Learnnovators

MARCH 29, 2014

It is powered by a glossary that carries over 450 terms on subjects related to learning design (including Cognitive Psychology, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Online Learning, Multimedia Development and Social Media), along with definitions. Task Analysis Job Aid’ App.

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LearnUpon

NOVEMBER 29, 2018

Examples of active learning activities include practical tasks and problem-solving conducted in small groups. ADDIE (Analysis Design Development Implementation). The ADDIE model is an acronym: Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. Skill Gap Analysis. Social Learning. Cognitive Load.

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Web Courseworks

SEPTEMBER 3, 2014

Using the concept of a pie, she explains the importance of learning theory, creativity, technology, and business acumen as part of a holistic model that puts the role of an instructional designer into perspective. Here we learn: Avoid Bling for the sake of Bling. Encourage the learner to practice what they have learned.

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Paradiso Solutions

APRIL 15, 2025

Applying Learning Theories to Improve Engagement A robust theoretical foundation is essential for effective eLearning. Integrating established learning theories can significantly enhance course engagement and knowledge retention. Social Learning : Incorporate discussion forums, group projects, and peer reviews.

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Association eLearning

SEPTEMBER 1, 2016

Some of this overlaps a bit, but I think it gets the idea across: • Learning and instructional theories. Needs analysis/root cause analysis. That’s true whether someone is designing a job aid, an online course, or an instructor-led training session. With that said, there’s a lot packed into that nutshell. Creativity.

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TechSmith Camtasia

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

This means that when we are tasked with creating educational content for adults, we mimic the same type of learning experience that we experienced ourselves at school. The problem with this is that those learning methods are geared towards children. The best thing to do is to carry out a needs analysis and ask questions.

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Ed App

JULY 17, 2019

There are various aspects of the Cognitive Learning Theory (CLT) all of which are important to consider when studying the cognition of individuals. The CLT is credited to Educational Psychologist, Jean Piaget, and is useful in the analysis of the relationship between mental processes and factors, both internal and external.

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Integrated Learnings

JUNE 14, 2010

Do some surveying and analysis. Tailor your learning delivery to a format that will engage them. Offer up what they feel they will need to bring about your learning objective successfully. Amazon's approach fits really well with instructional design. Don't just trot out your content and go home. Get to know your audience.

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Obsidian Learning

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

As designers of learning for corporate environments, we often use the phrase “adult learning theory” to describe the principles that underlie our work. In this article, we’ll take a look at the assumptions of adult learning theory and explore ways in which to apply it to the design of corporate eLearning.

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Kapp Notes

JUNE 9, 2011

The research evidence suggests the use of simulations to enhance the confidence trainees have in their ability to apply the skills learned in the training to their job. Avatars and social learning theory. & Ely, K. 2010) A meta-analytic examination of the effectiveness of computer-based simulation games.

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Knowledge Guru

APRIL 12, 2017

Instructional design refers to a systematic approach to designing instruction and basing that design on adult learning principles. Instructional design uses analysis to reveal learning needs and goals and creates a delivery system to meet those needs. The Role of an Instructional Designer.

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Kapp Notes

APRIL 21, 2012

we all know Gartner analysis are fabulously optimistic in their predictions but someone is reading those reports and paying for the analysis). And then we intelligently add story elements, challenges and the main tenants of Self-Determination Theory autonomy, competence and relatedness to the training.

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Learnnovators

JUNE 7, 2023

However, a recent job posting for an instructional designer that caught my attention read something on the lines of: Has the ability to create instructional materials that follow sound instructional design principles and learning theories. Demonstrates proficiency in learning and adapting to new software applications and technologies.

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Learning with e's

JUNE 26, 2014

This is number 20 in my series on learning theories. I''m working through the alphabet of psychologists and theorists, providing a brief overview of each theory, and how it can be applied in education. In this post, we will explore the Gestalt theory of Kurt Koffka. Argyris Double Loop Learning 3. and Heth, C.

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Learnnovators

MARCH 29, 2014

It is powered by a glossary that carries over 450 terms on subjects related to learning design (including Cognitive Psychology, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Online Learning, Multimedia Development and Social Media), along with definitions. Task Analysis Job Aid’ App.

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Learning with e's

JUNE 18, 2014

This is number 17 in my series on learning theories. I''m working through the alphabet of psychologists and theorists, providing a brief overview of each theory, and how it can be applied in education. In my most recent post I featured Hull''s Drive Reduction theory and its applications to education. Unported License.

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Tim Slade

JANUARY 26, 2020

In this one-day, pre-conference workshop, you’ll learn how to apply solid instructional design techniques to create eLearning that delivers results. From there, you’ll discover how to conduct a learning needs analysis to determine whether or not eLearning is the right solution.

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Janet Clarey

SEPTEMBER 14, 2009

One of my professors brought to my attention a research article in AECT about theory utilization specifically, theories “functioning as conceptual tools.&# The qualitative study (informed by hermeneutic, phenomenological and ethnographic approaches) explores “views and actual uses of theory in context.&#

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Tony Karrer

JUNE 30, 2009

The first post is up now: Learning Theory - Enterprise 2.0 - Social Software - eLearning Learning Weekly Hot List With the recent updates to the site, you can subscribe to the Best Of RSS feed to receive these hotlists or you can visit the site and sign up to receive them via email.

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TalentLMS

DECEMBER 30, 2014

Motivation and behavior theories have been pointing instruction designers and eLearning developers in this direction too. Think with your mind of an Affective Domain (values, feelings, motivations, attitudes, stereotypes) and a Cognitive Domain (synthesis, recollection, evaluation, analysis, comprehension).

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